Behavior & Discipline
The 9 Biggest Discipline Mistakes
Making discipline mistakes is an inevitable part of parenting. But as we teach our kids, mistakes help us learn. Read about how to fix these common discipline blunders and help your child--and yourself--reach a better way to work through child behavior problems.
7-Year-Old Behavior Problems and Child Discipline
Common causes of behavior problems in 7-year-old children and strategies for how to handle discipline in children this age.
How to Help Shy Kids
Parents may worry when they see shy behavior in their kids. But the truth is, shyness is not always a bad thing. Here are the many advantages of being shy, and what parents can do to help their kids feel more at ease.
9-Year-Old Child Development: Behavior and Daily Routines
Nine-year-old children are becoming more independent, and are expressing more interest in things and people beyond their immediate family. But they are still looking to parents to get cues as they develop their own preferences and routines.
How to Handle Defiant Children
The problem of how to handle defiant children is a common one. Children may exhibit defiant behavior because they want to have more control over things that affect them. They may also be testing limits and trying to exert independence. But there are ways parents can teach kids how to express themselves without being defiant. Here's how.
How to Not Spoil Your Child
Teaching your child good manners, respect, gratitude, and other basic foundations of good behavior can guard against having them grow up into spoiled children. Here are some tips on how to raise children who are not spoiled.
How to Stop Whining in Children
A common child behavior problem is how to stop whining in children. Whining is one of the most distracting and unnerving sounds known to man (a study has even proven that this is the case!). Here are some smart and effective strategies for how to stop this all-too-common behavior in children.
6-Year-Old Behavior Problems and Child Discipline
Six-year-old children are testing boundaries as they take steps toward more independence. At the same time, they are still young children who may resort to younger-child behaviors such as tantrums when things become too frustrating. Here are some child discipline solutions for behavior problems in 6-year-old children.
Teaching Children Manners
From how to greet people to good sportsmanship, here are some important manners children today should know.
5-Year-Old Behavior Problems and Discipline
Five-year-old children are experiencing many changes and transitions. Here are some common behavioral problems and effective strategies for this phase of a child's development.
How to Handle a Child Who is Talking Back
Talking back to parents is a common behavior that can be frustrating and upsetting. But it's important not to take the bait and handle back talk with calm assurance. Here are some tips that can help manage this common child discipline problem.
Solutions for Sibling Rivalry and Fighting
Sibling rivalry can be a part of even the best sibling relationships. But parents can help their children improve their relationship with their brothers or sisters by instilling some good relationship and conflict resolution skills.
Top 7 Tips for Disciplining Your Grade-schooler
Your grade-school age child is becoming better at handling frustration and disappointment. But the days of meltdowns aren't completely behind you. Here are some great discipline strategies for this transitional age.
How to Encourage Good Sibling Relationships
Strengthen sibling relationships with some simple habits that encourage good communication and respect, and teach your kids how to settle their differences in a constructive manner.
How to Raise a Good Child
A measure of success goes beyond good grades and awards. Raising good children is a part of raising a successful child. In today's consumer-oriented, self-focused world, there is a growing need for tips on how to raise a good child.
10 Tips on Flying with Children
Flying with children can be one of those "make or break" moments in the lives of parents, when our mettle is tested and we find out what we are made of. Fortunately, some strategic planning can help make flying with children a fun and relaxed experience for you and your kids. Here are some tried-and-true tips on flying with children that will...
Common Behavior Problems in School-Age Children
School-age children can exhibit some very challenging behavior problems as they become more independent and test out boundaries. Here are some common discipline problems and effective solutions for handling them.
What to Do When Your Child is a Bully
Finding out that your child has been acting like a bully can be devastating news for parents. What are some ways parents can handle bullying behavior in their child?
Surprising Reasons Why We Need to Discipline Children
Discipline is not only good for children, it is necessary for their happiness and well-being. Discipline is as vital for healthy child development as nutritious food, physical and cognitive exercises, love, and other basic needs. Without discipline, children lack the tools necessary to navigate relationships and challenges in life such as...
Table Manners for Kids
At home or away, good table manners are crucial for kids. Even young children can be taught basic good table manners, and these etiquette lessons will carry a child into adolescence and beyond.
How to Handle Dawdling
Dawdling is a common problem among school-age children. But with a little love, understanding, and patience, you can help your child move things along and get back on track.
Child Development: Your Five-Year-Old Child
For a 5-year-old, there will be many steps forward as well as steps back as she navigates new challenges and broadens her world. While it’s impossible to say what "all five-year-olds are like" given the fact that children have individual abilities, preferences, and personalities, these are some milestones that can be generally applied to a...
What Child Discipline Is -- and What It Isn’t
One helpful way to think about child discipline is to see it as another way to teaching your child life lessons rather than as something you do to punish your child for misbehaving. When you show your child what is appropriate behavior and provide the security that comes from loving but firm boundaries and expectations, you are laying down the...
8-Year-Old Child Development: Behavior and Daily Routines
Eight-year-olds are developing their own unique interests and preferences, and are looking to parents for guidance and examples. That’s why it’s important for parents and other adults in an 8-year-old child’s life to model positive behavior and healthy habits and routines.
Your 6-Year-Old Child: Behavior and Daily Routines
As 6-year-olds increasingly move toward independence, engaging in activities without mom and dad and socializing with friends, such as at birthday parties and play dates, routines at home will take on a greater significance. Six-year-old children, like adults, are individuals, with distinct interests, abilities, and experiences. While it's not...
Stories of Bad Child Behavior Problems
What are the worst examples of bad child behavior problems -- and parents' lack of willingness or ability to discipline children -- that you have seen? Share your experiences.
How to Handle Lying in Children
When children lie, it can be upsetting for parents. But keeping your cool and addressing the behavior -- and offering support with lots of love and reassurance -- can help kids understand the consequences of telling lies.
Flying with Children - What Tips Do You Have for Flying with Children?
Flying with children can be much easier and even fun with a fe strategies and some pre-planning. What are your ideas for how to make flying with children a great experience for the whole family?
How to Listen to Your Child
An important part of discipline is learning to listen to your child so that you can establish a solid communication link. In essence, your child is more likely to listen to you if she can trust that you'll listen to what she has to say.
How to Handle Misbehavior
One of the most important aspects of discipline is handling misbehavior. Here are effective strategies for giving your child consequences when he does something that he knows is wrong.
How to Ask Your Child to Behave
Explaining clearly and effectively exactly what you expect from your child is a crucial foundation for good behavior. Here's how you can talk to your child and what you should say to encourage cooperation.
How to Teach a Child to Greet People Properly
Easy and effective ways to teach kids how to greet people politely.